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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers to the things racegoers ask most, from what a day costs and what to bring to where the ATM is. If your question isn't here, the office is a phone call away.

Under 16sFree entry, with an adult
Midweek entryGold coin
Photo IDIf you look under 25
TimesConfirmed 3-4 days out

Getting in

Admission, times, ID and what to bring
How much does it cost to get in?
Race dayGeneralConcessionUnder 16
Midweek meetingsGold coinGold coinFree
Weekend meetings$15$10Free
Public holidays$20$15Free
Pinjarra Cup Day$25$20Free

Booking fees may apply online. Concession is at the gate only with a valid government-issued ID, and under 16s must be with a responsible adult. Alcoa employees and their immediate families enter free on Alcoa days with valid Alcoa ID. Admission prices

What time do the gates open and the races start?

Gates open approx. 1 hour before the first race, on weekends, public holidays and midweek meetings. Race dates and times are confirmed by Racing and Wagering WA 3-4 days out and can change, on the day too. The latest times are on our Facebook page, on each race day's page under Race Days & Events, and on Racing WA.

Do I need ID, and can I bring the kids?

Pinjarra Park is a licensed venue under the Liquor Control Act. Under 18s are welcome when accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult, which the Act defines as a parent, step-parent, spouse, de facto partner or legal guardian; an 18-year-old friend or colleague does not count. Juveniles working on course, including apprentice jockeys, must leave once their duties end unless a parent or guardian is with them.

Anyone who looks under 25 will be asked for photo ID to be served or to get a wristband. The only accepted forms are a current Australian driver's licence or learner permit, a current passport, a Photo Card, or a Proof of Age card from an Australian state or territory. No other ID is accepted, including letters from government departments or a renewal receipt. Patrons who look under 25 and cannot show ID will be refused entry.

What can I bring?

Like any professional sports venue, certain restrictions apply. Pinjarra Park is a licensed venue and a licensed racecourse, and the whole course including the car parks is private property. All bags, eskies and prams are checked at the gate.

Your own foodSealed non-alcoholic drinks, cans onlyPersonal water bottles, empty on entryPramsAlcoholGlasswareBBQ's and gas bottlesTents, market umbrellas and pegged structuresAnimals other than guide dogsBalls and projectiles

Your own food and drinks may be enjoyed in the grounds, but not in the restaurants or the Members' area. Refill your water bottle at the cold, filtered water station under the grandstand. Full conditions of entry

Can I wear thongs or open toed shoes?

Thongs or open toed shoes are ok, however due to worksafe rules you cannot spectate near the mounting yard or gain entry into any of the horse areas (even with the appropriate pass).

What should I wear?

Smart casual is recommended for race days. Dress standards apply in the Members' Lounge, the Committee Room and Bridles; see the Membership page. Some functions carry their own dress standards, noted on the event's booking page. Offensive clothing or wording is strictly prohibited as a condition of entry, at the discretion of the Club and the CEO.

Is the racecourse family friendly?

Racegoers of all ages are welcome and under 16s get in free. Children may not climb on the side of the track or touch the horses, and some private function areas are strictly 18+, so check when booking. Prams are welcome, though feature days get very busy and a pram can be hard to move through the crowd. For race days with free kids' entertainment, see the family friendly race days.

Where can I smoke?

The grounds at Pinjarra Park are a smoke free zone. We offer a dedicated smoking area outside of the main gate, just ask security for a return entry pass.

On course

Betting, cash, gazebos, lounges and lost property
Can I bet on course?

Yes. There are bookmakers in the Bookmakers Ring every race day, and our betting partner TABtouch offers tote and fixed-odds betting on course. Winning TABtouch tickets can be checked and cashed on course or at any TABtouch outlet. See the venue map for locations.

Is there an ATM or cash out?

Cash out is available from the ATM under the Grandstand or at the race day office. See the venue map.

Can I hire a gazebo?

Yes. Gazebos suit a maximum of 10 people and include one general admission ticket; extra tickets for anyone over 16 are bought online or at the gate. Choose your race day on the Race Days & Events page, and see the Hospitality page for platters.

What hospitality and function options are there?

The Hospitality page covers the restaurants, lounges, gazebos and marquees. For a particular race day's packages, choose the day on Race Days & Events. For corporate enquiries, please contact the office.

Can I get into the Members' Lounge for the day?

Members' Lounge day passes are available from the race day office or by contacting the office to pre-book; bookings are essential on weekend and feature days because of capacity limits. Normal race days $15, Pinjarra Cup Day $65, in addition to general admission. Dress standards apply. Membership

Do you run Fashions on the Field?

Yes, on a number of race days through the season. See the Fashions on the Field race days, and follow our Facebook page for the latest news.

I've lost something on course

Contact the office with as much detail as you can and we will be in touch if it is found.

Racing and the Club

Fields, replays, industry, membership, hire and jobs
Where do I find race fields, replays and where to watch or listen?

Fields are on the RacingWA website and are finalised three days before the race day. Watch live and free on RacingWA TV. Listen on the SEN network: 657 AM SEN Track, 1206 AM SEN Turf, DAB+ digital radio and the SEN website.

Who runs the racing, and who do I contact about integrity or welfare?

Racing at Pinjarra is conducted under Racing and Wagering Western Australia, which controls safety, governance, judging, handicapping, results, times, fields and rider information; the Club's role is to run the race day. The RacingWA site is the place for WA racing information and data. Integrity and equine welfare queries go to the RWWA Racing Integrity Investigation Unit: (08) 9445 5565 (message service), Thoroughbred Stewards (08) 9445 5570, 14 Hasler Road, Osborne Park WA 6017. RWWA racing contacts

How do I become a member?

New members are always welcome. The Membership page has the pass benefits, prices, reserved tables and the application and renewal forms.

Can I host a function?

Yes. Function spaces to suit the number of guests, with catering and beverage packages. We also offer corporate marquee packages with seating, air-conditioning, catering, bars, betting facilities, screens and event staff. For corporate functions, please contact the office.

Do you have jobs on race days?

From time to time we look for gate, bar and general event staff. Send your resume through the contact page and we will be in touch when a position comes up.

How do I get there?

By car, the race day shuttle bus from Mandurah on weekend and feature race days, or the train to Pinjarra station. Getting here and away

Still have a question?

The office is happy to help on business days and race days. For times on the day, the Club's Facebook page is updated first.

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